Marinated Cheese and Olives

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • 2/3 cup green olives stuffed with pimientos
  • 6-8 oz block Colby cheese, cut into cubes
  • 6-8 sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
  • 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar (or any kind of vinegar that you prefer)
  • 1 heaping teaspoon brown mustard
  • 1 sprig rosemary, minced
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • Good pinch Herbs de Provence
  • Good pinch crushed red pepper flakes

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place the olives, cheese, and sun dried tomatoes in a mixing bowl.


2. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, and rosemary. Season to taste with a pinch of salt, pepper, Herbs de Provence, and crushed red pepper flakes.

3. Pour the dressing over the olive mixture. Mix gently, and refrigerate until ready to serve.*